Close encounter for Scots women but the Irish emerge victorious

 

Scotland`s women went down 2-0 to Ireland in the first of three test matches in Glasgow, part of the preparation for the World League round two in Valencia early next year.

There was little between the teams in terms of possession and balance of play, but Ireland`s opportunism in the circle provided the two goals that were to divide the sides in the end.

The Scots were almost donated a goal in the opening minutes but neither Amy Brodie nor Becky Merchant were able to take advantage.

In a fairly even first half Ireland`s lethal finishing was the difference between the teams, captain Kathryn Mullan and Emma Russell both scored as the Scottish defence failed to clear their lines.

The Scots had their opportunities, Nikki Lloyd failed to test the goalkeeper at a penalty corner routine and Merchant had a chance just on the interval but sent her deflection wide of the target.

The Scots opened the second half the brighter side and chances fell to Jen Eadie and Merchant but the Irish goalkeeper was equal to the task.

The Irish began to dominate the latter stages and won four penalty corners, but there was no addition to their tally.

Near the end Brodie waltzed past three defenders but her eventual shot did not match her skill and the opportunity was gone.

The second match is tomorrow at Glasgow Green.

 

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